Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Hays, NC

Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Hays, NC

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185 Wedding Photographers in Hays, NC

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Diora Media, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Hays, NC

I’m an NC and DESTINATION wedding, graduation, and lifestyle photographer passionate about telling true stories that evoke real and raw emotion. I’m a tar heel, iced coffee lover, and cat lady who moved from NYC to a NC horse farm as a young girl. This gave me all the versatility I’ll ever need at any shoot. I’d love to hear your story!

Labeling Giovanni's work 'great' would be an understatement! Having her as our photographer for both our engagement photos and wedding was one of the best decisions we have made. Not only is she kind, relaxed and fun while working, but the results of her photos are incredible. We have looked at our wedding photos everyday for the last 3+ months since, and have felt nothing but joy. Our appreciation for Gio is unending as we know we will hold these photos close for the rest of our lives. She captured these memories perfectly. Oh! and the #1 compliment we have received from others about our wedding is how WONDERFUL the photos are. Gio crafted photos that were exactly what we wanted yes, but she somehow also made it everyone else's favorite too! We could not recommend a photographer more than Gio.
Hailey & J., 3 years ago
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Thistle and Ivory Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Hays, NC

Hiya! I'm Courtney! I'm not your average photographer. I'm something so much more than that. From the moment you step out of your car and greet me to the moment you get back in your car and drive home, I'm there with you cheering you on, telling you how GORGEOUS you look, and making all those weird cute baby noises at your little one. I'm the one who stays up all night to make sure you get those images just in time to send out Christmas cards.

Courtney has been my husband and i’s photographer since we got engaged, eloped and finally had our wedding- and was in our wedding! Being able to watch her grow and transcend has been such an amazing thing. She always goes above and beyond to make our photoshoots, and photos themselves amazing. I can not recommend someone better to capture all your magical moments and milestones.
Addie M., 2 years ago
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Anorda Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Hays, NC

Hey there! We’re Sam and Nick, the photographers behind Anorda Photography and we’re so pumped you’re here. We’re full-time Asheville wedding photographers who have called the Southeast home our whole lives. And while our roots are strong in Georgia and North Carolina, we’ve worked all over the US. So whatever landscape is calling your name for your wedding day, you can count us in! We’re excited you’re here!

Hiring Sam (Anorda Photography) to be our photographer for our wedding was the single best decision we made. Her style is authentic, genuine, and true to what we actually experienced on our wedding day. She is able to find the best moments without knowing she is even photographing. Her work and style is incredible. She made me feel comfortable the entire day and kept timelines in order. She honored all our crazy family photo requests and was able to handle the crowd. We loved working with Sam and highly recommend anyone to hire her for your photography needs!!
Gabrielle B., a year ago
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Sarah Resta Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Hays, NC

Sarah is an accomplished wedding photographer with thirteen years of experience capturing weddings across the the country and internationally. Known for her storytelling ability to blend cinematic and romantic elements with candid moments, her photographs are both artistic and genuine. Inspired by the natural world, Sarah's work is rooted deeply in capturing unforgettable moments. She is now based in Denver, Colorado among the Rocky Mountains and National Forests, and frequents the Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville, North Carolina. ** Now booking for 2025!

Sarah Resta Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From our very first interaction, their communication was quick and friendly, putting us at ease as we planned out all the details. On the day of, Sarah made us feel so comfortable and really went above and beyond, following all our requests to a T. The quality of their work was top-notch, with beautiful, genuine photos that captured all the special moments. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer - Sarah was so enjoyable to be around and helped make our day truly perfect. We highly recommend Sarah Resta Photography to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable wedding photographer.
Drew S., 12 days ago
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Studio Ace Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Hays, NC

Hi! We are Studio Ace! Studio Ace is wedding photography business that specializes in illustrating love stories with an authentic and documentary-style approach. Founded in 2016 by Shannon and Bekah, a LGBTQ+ couple, Studio Ace celebrates the uniqueness and beauty of every love story, regardless of gender, orientation, or identity. With a focus on weddings, elopements, and engagements, we travel far and wide to document heartfelt moments that unfold naturally, creating timeless memories that reflect your true selves.

I'm a photographer and have been lucky to work with Studio Ace on a few weddings together. I love that they are so professional, ready for anything and so talented. I highly recommend them to capture your portraits or wedding!
Chelsea Lane Photography, 10 months ago
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Emily Lauren Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Hays, NC

More Reviews on Facebook & Google ✨ Emily Lauren is a Virginia Wedding Photographer based in Abingdon, Virginia. Her style is described as adventurous, romantic, and fairytale inspired. She primarily serves Southwest Virginia, Northeast Tennessee, and Northwestern North Carolina, along with the USA & destinations worldwide. She specializes in Weddings & Elopements, Lifestyle, Family, Engagement, Portrait, Styled, Senior, and Boudoir Sessions."

Emily is a one of a kind photographer in so many unique ways from behind the camera to innovative pose ideas and picture locations. You may rest assured knowing your in the safe capable hands of a photographic professional with Emily at the helm, leading you to scenic destinations and capturing the irreplaceable images you may appreciate for a lifetime to come. Aside from a photography expert, she is more than fun to be around and pleasure to work with. From out door scenes to boudoir pin ups Emily is able to capture those creative moments you didn’t even know you were capable of. I’ve had the privilege of working with some incredibly talented photographers and Emily’s work remains some of my favorite. You’ll hire her as a photographer and gain a friend. She is certainly recommended by my company and will remain to be for as long as she’s willing to keep a camera in her hands!
Magic Wish Productions, 2 years ago
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Brian Anthony Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Hays, NC

We are an outgoing and unique photography company based in Greensboro, NC. We tailor our photoshoots to meet the needs of our clients to make every session go as smoothly as possible. With many years of experience, we are artists and photographers that like to have fun and love what we do! We specialize in many photography services and aim to be your go-to wedding photographers, event photographers, portrait photographers, maternity photographers, corporate photographers, and everything in between. 

Wow, we could not have been more impressed with Brian and Anna! They were recommended to use by our wedding planner, and my first interview with Brian was enough for me to be blown away by his professionalism, creativity, and photography. We got our pictures back quickly, and loved every one. From family portraits to candid moments and "detail" shots, we got everything we wanted, plus some shots we didn't know we wanted! Brian and Anna were given very little "must have" shots, and really impressed us with how they worked to capture every amazing moment of that day. Both Brian and Anna were easy to talk to, flexible, and detail-oriented, which is crucial when hiring someone to capture your special day. Brian presented us with many package options to assure we got exactly what we wanted. The style of photography was unique and and wonderful, and fit our aesthetic perfectly. Thank you both so much for the amazing job you did!
Holly and J., 4 years ago
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Pluvia Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Hays, NC

Pluvia Studios is a wedding photography and videography company that is passionate about strong story-telling. We extract the best elements for our couples and curate an unforgettable viewing experience. Contact us directly to customize your desired wedding photo and/or video package.

Pluvia Studios was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, their communication was prompt and professional. Jaydee and his team were incredibly accommodating, even with our short notice request. On the day of the wedding, their attention to detail and ability to capture all the special moments was truly impressive. The final photos exceeded our expectations - a simple wedding ceremony looked truly extravagant thanks to their expert skills. Pluvia Studios provided an extra photographer to ensure no angle was missed, and even gave us an additional free hour of coverage. Jaydee was always just a phone call away, answering all our questions without delay. We are so grateful to Pluvia Studios for helping make our wedding day extra special.
Khristine C., a month ago
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Portraits By Sean 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Hays, NC for additional fees

I offer Fun, Elegant, and Exciting Wedding & Engagement Photography. I'd love to be your photographer. My style, I'm a photojournalist. I capture styled and candid shots as they happen. Some people say I have a sixth sense when it comes to capturing the perfect moment. I'd say it because I love my job and have had a great deal of practice doing it.

Awarded Best of Zola
My partner and I hired Sean for our engagement photos and we were extremely impressed! He was super helpful in helping us pose and very skilled in the ways he used lighting to capture our best features. He captured really genuine moments with such skill. He also made sure the job was well done and he got all the photos that we could have wanted. We had a blast working with him! The photos are stunning and I genuinely can’t stop looking at them! My partner and I tend to feel awkward getting our picture taken but Sean created such a comfortable space for us. We would highly recommend booking Sean.
Sydney and J., 3 months ago
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Arie T. Photography, LLC 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Hays, NC for additional fees

Welcome to Arie T. Photography, a black queer woman-owned and operated traveling portrait and wedding photography service based out of the Georgia and Michigan! I've had the honor of capturing all walks of life across the USA with hopes of taking it worldwide. I'm known for my use of natural light, and "unposed” stress-free approach when it comes to my clients. If you feel like you’re awkward in front of the camera, I’ll take that as a challenge to prove you wrong because I can be awkward too.

Awarded Best of Zola
Arie was professional, courteous, and went out of her way to make us feel that we were more than just another wedding couple Arie was shooting. Arie went out of her way to understand the vibe of our wedding and what photos we had wanted/were most important to us. My husband and I can’t not say enough good things about Arie and would recommend anyone looking for a fun, understanding photographer…look no further!
Kelli Arsenault, 6 months ago
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Filtered Soul Photography 

4.8

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $900
  • Serves Hays, NC for additional fees

Hi there! We're Brett & Caitlyn Sanders - a madly in love couple here to capture every timeless moment! We're Brett and Caitlyn Sanders, a madly in love couple who are Carolina natives. We are fur and human parents to the best kiddos! We live for delicious food, new adventures, strong coffee (Brett), a nice glass of wine (Caitlyn), loud concerts, reality TV, and anything vintage.

Awarded Best of Zola
Completely should use them for any photography you need but absolutely a wedding!! I am more than happy with how it all turned out! They have been wonderful through this entire year of planning the wedding and helped out more than anything! They have turned into our friends through all this. I’m so thankful I chose them!
Chelse, 2 years ago
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Erica Johanna Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Hays, NC for additional fees

Hello! I'm Erica and I am based in Minnesota and Wisconsin but travel all over! I love fun adventures, traveling to new places, meeting people and learning about their unique experiences - a big part of why I love photography! I specialize in wedding and engagement portraits and love serving my couples!

Awarded Best of Zola
We interviewed Erica and Neil before selecting our photographers. They knocked it out of the park. They were prepared, professional, and most importantly, personable. I feel like we had friends with us the whole time. I lack any creative bones so thank the Lord Erica and Neil are so awesome at what they do. We were stress free during pictures thanks to them and they gave us highlight pictures immediately after the wedding. Our shots were done and ready for us to see in weeks, not months, and they are BEAUTIFUL. Erica's team are above and beyond in service and communication, they lent ears when we had to change our date and things felt crazy. We completely made the right choice in having them as part of our day. I could not, can not stress how much you'll love this business if you hire them.
Dana Z., 3 years ago
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Leah Flores Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Hays, NC for additional fees

I am a photographer and artist from the Pacific Northwest with Costa Rican and Scottish roots. My favorite things are dinosaurs, exploring new cities, board games, soccer, National Parks, and whiskey. I have been fortunate to photograph 200+ weddings in my PNW home, to ruins in Scotland, cityscapes in Vietnam, to the beaches of Maui, and beyond! I live in Portland, Oregon with my partner, two dogs, and four cats | 🏳️‍🌈🦖⛰️✈️📸⚽🫶🏼🌈🌲🦕🏝 Fun Fact: I was born on Leap Year Day so I turn 9 this year 🥳!

Awarded Best of Zola
I asked Leah to be my wedding photographer years before I even met my husband after seeing photos from different weddings I was apart of. Her work is phenomenal. This spring I got married and Leah was our photographer. THE PICTURES WERE PHENOMENAL!! I am still in awe of the beauty and magic Leah captured that day. If you are looking for a photographer that can capture more than a picture…Leah Flores is your photographer.
Terralyn E., 3 months ago
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Emie's Photo LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Hays, NC for additional fees

Hey! We’re Emie's Photo LLC, a team of two documentary wedding photographers based in Lynchburg, VA. We are passionate about capturing the unique moments and emotions of your special day, in a way that tells the story of your love and commitment. Our goal is to provide you with personalized and timeless images that you'll treasure for years to come.

Awarded Best of Zola
Emie did such an amazing job capturing all the special moments from my big day! She made me and my entire bridal party feel so comfortable and at ease all day long. We detailed a plan together a few weeks before, and she came prepared and ready to photograph everything I was wanting. She was extremely gracious and accommodating as the weather caused a few hiccups in our original plan. She delivered my photos in a timely manner and everything came out BEAUTIFULLY. Her pricing was also extremely reasonable and affordable. I would recommend Emie to anyone looking for a wedding photographer. She's the best!
Hannah C., 2 years ago
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Jesslyn McCartney Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,555
  • Serves Hays, NC for additional fees

My photos are emotion-centered and in the moment. I shoot a combination of 35mm film, medium format film, polaroids, and digital photography. My goal is to notice the right moments and turn them into timeless, artistic, photos made with love - not photos that look like everyone else's. :)

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring Jesslyn was one of the best decisions that we make throughout the whole wedding process!! (And I can't stress that enough)! She was incredibly caring, creative, and professional. Our photos were truly incredible, and she really captured the vibe that we were going for. We've gotten so many compliments on our photos and a ton of inquries about Jesslyn's work. We got all of our photos back really quickly, and she made us feel like a priority. We plan to work with her a ton more in the future!
Amanda B., a year ago
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Alysa Segovia Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Hays, NC for additional fees

I'm a wedding photographer based out of Virginia committed to providing the best photography experience to my couples. My style is natural, photojournalistic, and authentic. I take the time to get to know you and work with you to capture beautiful moments that are sincere and candid. I won't miss a thing, from the first kiss to the captivating laughs to the small, intimate moments that no one else sees.

Awarded Best of Zola
Alysa was so flexible and easygoing to work with, and the photos were gorgeous! She was extremely punctual in terms of timing and getting the photos to us as promised. On the day of, she was great about accommodating some last minute requests/extra photos and was creative in finding a great space for family photos when outside wasn’t going to work. The value was incredible and I would 10/10 recommend her services.
Morgan D., 3 months ago
Alex Medvick Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Hays, NC for additional fees

I believe that wedding photography should be about you. This is your love, your story and your adventure. Here's what I believe you deserve: A. A photographer who listens to your whole story, and gets as invested in it as you want (but not like in a weird way) B. For you to be able leave stress at the door. I've spent years photographing weddings and honing my craft, I've got you covered no matter what. Also, I bring snacks. C. Amazingly personal photographs where you don't feel like a stranger in your own wedding album. I want to give you a fun experience, and allow you to be fully present in the moment.

Awarded Best of Zola
Alex (and his awesome assistant Maddie) not only perfectly captured our wedding, but they truly helped us celebrate the joy and love we felt on the day. Alex is grounded, calm, and helped us stay focused on one another and our community. He acted like our secret protector, carving out time throughout the night for us to bask in all of the small and big moments. In addition to being immensely talented, he is incredibly professional. Leading up to the wedding he was highly communicative (with both us and our planner) and took the time to get to know us. During the day, he played air traffic controller with our extended families without missing a beat. And he even shared a sneak peak of the previews by the next morning for us to celebrate before our honeymoon. We are so grateful that Alex was our photographer. The photos are timeless, and he is just such a great human.
Katie H., 2 months ago
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Mind Of Mo Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,595
  • Serves Hays, NC for additional fees

Mind of Mo Photography offers classical, elegant, personalized Engagement and Wedding Photography. With multiple photographers on staff, we have the experience and availability to make your wedding day unforgettable. Our family run business aims to treat your wedding with as much love, devotion, and care as you do. Our style continues to be relaxed, laid-back, and candid - our edits are natural and we believe couples take the best photos when they are relaxed and having fun! ​We offer affordable options, & payment plans with flexible deposits are always available. We bring a good energy and calming presence to the weddings we photograph.

Maurissa with Mind of Mo Photography is the most helpful, caring and loving individual. If you want to ensure your day will go smoothly, choose this company as your photographer. They’re not only your photographer, they help build a timeline for you, will be there for you when wedding planning is getting hectic or if you just need someone to talk too! Mind of Mo cares about you as a person, they’ll build the perfect package for you, allow payment plans to make budgeting simpler and will be there if you need absolutely anything. The Mind of Mo team is made up of more than just 1 photographer, you have an entire team that is there for you if needed. I couldn’t imagine my wedding day without Maurissa and Sean! Cannot recommend Mind of Mo enough, I promise you, you will NOT be disappointed if you book your big day with this incredible team!
Lyndsey W., 4 years ago
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Moon Rising Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Hays, NC for additional fees

What if your photos actually looked and felt like you? Picture yourself 10 years from now on your wedding anniversary looking back at your wedding album with tears welling up in your eyes as you relive your day. Your wedding should not feel like a performance. Let go of boring wedding traditions, think outside of the box and create something unique that has never been done before. Whatever the perfect day looks like for you, why shouldn’t that be your wedding day? I am more than your wedding photographer, I am your guide, biggest fan, and the curator of your love story, I will also be the one tearing up from behind my lens.

My wife and I were so thankful that we chose Danielle as our wedding photographer. She is highly skilled, organized, and very easy to work with. She was an invaluable resource for us throughout the wedding process. In the months leading up to our wedding, she was like a wedding planner to us, guiding us through our itinerary, answering our questions, and asking important questions to help make our big day flow as smoothly as possible. On our wedding day itself, she put us both at ease and was very flexible when we decided to make a few last-minute switches. Most importantly, she helped capture so many amazing memories with her beautiful photos. We would highly recommend Danielle and Moon Rising Photography.
Ryan H., 13 days ago

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About wedding photographers in Hays, NC

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Hays, NC?

A Hays, NC wedding photographer ranges from $250 to $10,000 and averages at $2,500. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

95% of photographers in Hays, NC offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Hays, NC?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Darby Doll Photography LLC, Imagesxpert Media and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

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